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17 Nov 2008 01:27 PM

Study Links Obesity and Brain Chemistry

by Aimee Amodio

A study from the University of California in San Francisco took a look at the relationship between the nervous system and weight. The researchers from the University of California looked at the nervous system in worms.

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15 Nov 2008 01:22 PM

Ask a Health Blogger: Dry, Bloody Nose

by Aimee Amodio

Lately when I blow my nose, I see red or brown streaks on the tissue. What's going on? I've had a stuffy nose lately -- but I thought it was just fall allergies. Should I be worried? I don't think you have an emergency on your hands.

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14 Nov 2008 01:19 PM

Rose

by Aimee Amodio

The rose has a long, romantic history. But while this flower is mostly known in the arena of love, it also has some notable entries in the book of medicine. History suggests that Greek colonists first introduced the rose to southern Italy.

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12 Nov 2008 01:15 PM

My Life as a Lab Rat: Finding a Study

by Aimee Amodio

I've been interested in clinical research trials for a while now. You may remember that my grandmother -- who has Alzheimer's disease -- took part in a medical trial for the Excelon patch, a new delivery method for an Alzheimer's drug.

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11 Nov 2008 01:09 PM

Is ADHD Becoming More Common in Older Kids?

by Aimee Amodio

A report released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control in July 2008 took a look at attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. ADHD is characterized by impulsiveness, hyperactivity, and an inability to focus or concentrate.

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09 Nov 2008 01:04 PM

Lemon Balm

by Aimee Amodio

Shortly after I graduated college, I got a summer job at a 1800s historical park. One of the houses boasted a lovely little herb garden, and my favorite plant in the garden was lemon balm.

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08 Nov 2008 01:03 PM

Ask a Health Blogger: Static Electricity

by Aimee Amodio

When winter comes, I notice that I'm a lot more static-y. The worst is getting out of the car -- I always get a shock when I'm closing the door! What's behind the "shocking" change? I have the same problem -- winter seems to be my time to give and receive a lot of those little static jolts.

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30 Oct 2008 05:05 PM

Your Skin in Your 60s

by Aimee Amodio

It entirely possible to have beautiful skin throughout your life! As you move into your sixties, you have to deal with skin issues that started in earlier decades plus new problems that can crop up. Skin issues you may encounter as you move into your sixties: Dryness.

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29 Oct 2008 05:01 PM

Healthy Yogurt

by Aimee Amodio

Yogurt has a good reputation -- and for a lot of good reasons.

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28 Oct 2008 05:56 PM

Your Skin in Your 50s

by Aimee Amodio

Once menopause hits, you can expect your skin to change dramatically.

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